Get ready for some of the best music and artist in R&B, hip-hop, jazz, blues, and more! The 2017 Essence Festival is coming to New Orleans June 29-July 2, 2017. Since 1994 the festival has been the official party with a purpose, and this year continues the legacy with four days of music, empowerment, community and entertainment.

History

Since the early 1990s, Essence Magazine has held a festival in New Orleans. The festival brings in the best performers and entertainers in the country, as well as a series of seminars created to empower African American men and women. Every year the performers, artists and speakers get better and better and this year is no different.

Music

This year’s event brings in even more music artists to perform in the Mercedes-Benz Superdome. If you like rap, R&B, Blues, Jazz, and any other type of music, you have to come to this festival. Diana Ross, Mary J. Blige, Solange, Shaggy, Chaka Kahn, and Chance the Rapper are just a few. If you want to see the entire lineup and plan out your music experience, Click HERE.

Speakers

This festival is famous for the music, but did you know there are also great inspirational speakers? There is the 2017 Essence Empowerment Experience that you can participate in daily. Essence Fest brings in some of the most knowledgeable experts to share their ideas and tips on pursuing personal success. Some of the speakers include: Dr. Emily Cissy Houston, April Ryan, Tamika Mallory, Cleo Wade, Master P and many more. If you want to see all of the speakers and seminars, Click HERE.

River Parish Disposal

The River Parish Disposal Team is proud to be a part of the 2017 Essence Festival. We are providing restrooms for the Floor and Restroom Trailers for the VIP Area. We are ready to support this great festival that truly is a party with a purpose. Thank you for choosing New Orleans!